A Patient Who Is Lethargic and Exhibits Deep,rapid Respirations Has

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient who is lethargic and exhibits deep,rapid respirations has the following arterial blood gas (ABG) results: pH 7.32,PaO₂ 88 mm Hg,PaCO₂ 37 mm Hg,and HCO₃ 16 mEq/L. How should the nurse interpret these results?

• A)Metabolic acidosis
• B)Metabolic alkalosis
• C)Respiratory acidosis
• D)Respiratory alkalosis

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